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Baked Pears with Feta, Honey, and Cranberries

A delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side, or light dessert. It combines the sweetness of pears and honey with the tanginess of feta and the tartness of cranberries.

  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped walnuts for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Halve the pears and scoop out the cores to create a small well in each half.
  3. Place the pears cut-side up in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, and fill each center with crumbled feta and chopped cranberries.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the pears soften and the feta starts to melt.
  5. Remove from the oven, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Optionally, top with chopped walnuts for added crunch.

Notes

This recipe is versatile and can be served warm as an appetizer or light dessert. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes it a great addition to any meal.

  • Author: Unknown
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Method: Appetizer/Side/Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 20